бляха-муха

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Etymology

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Euphemism of блядь (bljadʹ) using similar-sounding words. Literally, "metal plate/badge-fly".

Pronunciation

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  • IPA(key): [ˈblʲaxə ˈmuxə]
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Interjection

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бля́ха-му́ха (bljáxa-múxa)

  1. (euphemistic) Used to express surprise, annoyance or other strong emotion.
    Synonyms: блин (blin), чёрт возьми́ (čort vozʹmí), чёрт побери́ (čort poberí)